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Problem solvers and storytellers. We are a diverse team of individuals, all makers at heart.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to streamline the creative process. In today’s fast-paced digital world, the demand for high-quality design and content assets is growing exponentially. Nearly 90% of businesses struggle with producing these assets on time, on budget and on brand.

The critical issue isn’t the increasing demand; it’s the lack of efficient processes and resources to meet this demand. What’s more, creative teams are often burdened with tasks that distract them from their core competencies. Mates Incorporated exists to solve this — by making it easy for brands to make things at scale, freeing up their creative teams to focus on what they do best.

Why Choose Mates?

Empowered & flexible

As a contractor, you typically have more control over your work schedule. You can choose when and where you work, which can provide a better work-life balance. This flexibility can be particularly appealing to those who prefer non-traditional hours.

World's best clients

You will often have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different companies. This can provide a more diverse and interesting work experience and can also help to broaden your skill set and professional network.

Solve big problems

You'll work on big problems with leading brands while being part of a close-knit startup atmosphere You'll experience the excitement of high-impact projects and the agility of a dynamic team, providing a unique and enriching work experience.

Open Positions

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Key Account Manager, you will be the primary point of contact for our most valued clients, ensuring that their digital marketing and design needs are met with excellence. You will work closely with our clients to understand their objectives and collaborate with our internal teams to deliver solutions that exceed expectations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients.
  • Understand client needs and objectives, and ensure that our services align with them.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to client needs.
  • Communicate clearly the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Stay up-to-date with digital marketing and design trends to provide innovative solutions to clients.
  • Resolve any issues and problems faced by clients and handle complaints to maintain trust.
  • Identify and grow opportunities within territories.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as a Key Account Manager or in a similar client-facing creative agency role.
  • Great knowledge of current digital marketing trends
  • Demonstrable ability to communicate, present, and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
  • Solid experience with digital marketing and design tools and techniques.
  • Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on client satisfaction.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining sharp attention to detail.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Digital Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all digital projects, setting digital strategies and ensuring that all digital initiatives align with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs and propose innovative digital solutions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Develop and implement digital strategies that align with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission.
  • Oversee all digital projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and meet quality standards.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs, propose digital solutions and ensure their satisfaction.
  • Stay up-to-date with digital technologies and trends, and apply this knowledge to our strategies.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as a Digital Director or in a similar role.
  • Strong understanding of design field, digital marketing strategies and technologies.
  • Excellent leadership and organisational skills.
  • Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on digital solutions.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As our Creative Director, you will be responsible for guiding all creative projects and for delivering an exceptional design strategy. Your focus will be on scalable solutions and operations, ensuring our design output is consistently world-class.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Develop and implement a scalable design strategy that aligns with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission.
  • Lead and direct the creative team in the production of all marketing collateral.
  • Ensure our creative output is consistently world-class, setting and maintaining high standards for project execution.
  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ideate and execute creative solutions.
  • Oversee the delivery of projects, ensuring they are on brand, on time, and on budget.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar creative role.
  • Hands-on experience in the creative process, marketing, graphic design and brand development.
  • Outstanding leadership and organisational skills.
  • Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities.
  • Agency and corporate background
  • Proficiency in graphic design, video editing, web development, and photography applications.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong focus on scalable solutions.
  • BSc/BA in Advertising, Fine Art, Design or relevant field; MSc/MA will be considered an asset.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Design and Digital Production Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all design and digital production projects from conception to completion. You will work closely with clients and our team to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and meeting quality standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Manage design and digital production projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and meeting quality standards.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs, propose solutions and ensure their satisfaction.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure all aspects of the projects are aligned.
  • Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager in the design and/or digital production field.
  • Strong understanding of design principles and digital production processes.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions that drive project success.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Senior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for creating compelling visual content for our clients using tools such as Photoshop and Figma. You will work directly with clients, translating their vision into high-quality design assets.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Design and create high-quality graphics for a variety of clients using Photoshop and Figma.
  • Collaborate with our team and clients to understand project requirements and deliver creative solutions.
  • Motion graphics skills a plus
  • Interested in new technologies
  • Great at working with others
  • Present design concepts to clients and stakeholders, incorporating feedback into design revisions.
  • Maintain organization and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables are met on time.
  • Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing tasks as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in graphic design.
  • Previous experience working with a top agency or brand.
  • Proficient in Photoshop and Figma.
  • Demonstrable portfolio showcasing creative design projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a preference for direct interaction with clients.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
  • Solution-oriented mindset with a passion for creativity and problem solving.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Junior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for supporting our design team in creating engaging graphics for a variety of media. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced designers and contribute to high-impact projects.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Assist the design team in creating graphics for a variety of clients.
  • Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and deliver creative solutions.
  • Participate in design briefs and concept meetings.
  • Help prepare design files for final production.
  • Maintain organisation and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables are met on time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus.
  • Basic understanding of graphic design principles.
  • Proficient in graphic design software including Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other visual design tools.
  • Ability to work well in a team and take direction.
  • Strong communication, conceptual thinking and design skills.
  • A portfolio of design work showcasing creativity and problem-solving skills.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Design Systems UI Specialist, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining our UI components and design systems. Your focus will be on ensuring consistency, scalability and efficiency across all our design projects.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Develop and maintain the UI components and design systems used across our projects.
  • Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure the design system meets their needs and is easy to use.
  • Document and communicate design system guidelines to the team and clients.
  • Continually iterate on the design system based on user feedback and technological advancements.
  • Ensure the design system scales effectively across different projects and platforms.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience in UI design and design systems.
  • Proficiency in design software such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD and InVision.
  • Strong understanding of UI design principles and methodologies.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain design decisions and process.
  • Experience working in a collaborative multi-disciplinary team and working directly with developers for implementation of designs.
  • A portfolio showcasing relevant skills.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As an AI Content Specialist, you will be responsible for leveraging artificial intelligence to create and optimise content across various digital platforms. You will work closely with clients to understand their current processes, identify areas where AI can enhance scalability and educate them on how to implement these AI-driven solutions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Develop and implement AI-driven content strategies that align with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission.
  • Use AI tools to create, optimise, and manage content across various digital platforms.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their current processes, propose AI content solutions, and educate them on implementation.
  • Identify areas where AI can enhance scalability and efficiency in content creation and management.
  • Stay up-to-date with AI technologies and trends, and apply this knowledge to our content strategies.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as an AI Content Specialist or in a similar role.
  • Familiarity with prompt writing and AI tools such as Jasper, Outranking, Copy.ai, Frase, etc.
  • Strong understanding of AI technologies and their application in content creation and optimization.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on AI-driven solutions.

If you’re a forward-thinking content specialist with a knack for leveraging AI technologies and educating clients, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and experience the excitement of high-impact projects and the agility of a dynamic team, providing a unique and enriching work experience.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Email Marketing Expert, you will be responsible for developing, designing and implementing email marketing strategies that align with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission. You will work closely with clients and our team to create engaging email campaigns that drive customer engagement and business growth.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Develop, design, and implement email marketing strategies that align with our clients’ objectives and our company’s mission.
  • Design and build direct email marketing campaigns to improve customer retention and acquisition using tools such as Klaviyo, Emarsys, Salesforce, and Mailchimp.
  • Analyse campaign performance and suggest improvements.
  • Ensure emails follow industry policies and best practices.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and propose email marketing solutions.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as an Email Marketing Expert or in a similar role.
  • Proficient in email marketing software and marketing automation tools such as Klaviyo, Emarsys, Salesforce, and Mailchimp.
  • Strong understanding of marketing strategies and how to apply them in email marketing campaigns.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions that drive customer engagement and business growth.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Digital Strategy Consultant, you will be responsible for helping our clients enhance the scalability of their design, marketing, branding and content processes. You will conduct comprehensive research on competitors, market trends, platforms and current ways of working, and propose innovative strategies for improvement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs, current processes and objectives.
  • Conduct comprehensive research on competitors, market trends, platforms and clients’ current ways of working.
  • Develop and propose innovative strategies to enhance the scalability of clients’ design processes.
  • Present and explain strategies to clients and guide them through the implementation process.
  • Foster an environment of teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven experience as a Digital Strategy Consultant or in a similar role.
  • Strong understanding of design principles and digital production processes.
  • Excellent research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and organization skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions that enhance scalability and efficiency.
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